Machine Jacking; Transporting Machine - Tennant t500 Operator's Manual

MACHINE JACKING

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine,
stop on level surface, turn off machine, remove key
and set parking brake if equipped.
Use the designated locations to jack up the machine for
service (Figure 141). Empty the recovery and solution
tanks and position the machine on a level surface
before jacking.
FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, jack
machine up at designated locations only. Support
machine with jack stands. Use jack or hoist that
will support the weight of the machine.
Tennant T500 (01-2017)
FIG. 141

TRANSPORTING MACHINE

When transporting the machine by use of trailer or
truck, carefully follow loading and tie-down procedure:
1. Drain tanks, raise the scrub head and the remove
squeegee assembly.
2. Carefully load machine in trailer or on truck.
FOR SAFETY: When loading/unloading, use a
ramp that can support the machine weight and
operator.
FOR SAFETY: When loading/unloading, the
machine may only be operated on gradients up to
2%.
3. Once loaded, position the front of the machine up
against the front of the trailer or truck. Lower the
scrub head, turn key off and set parking brake, if
equipped.
4. Place a block behind each wheel (Figure 142).
5. Using tie-down straps, secure the machine using
the four tie-down brackets located on the machine
frame (Figure 142). It may be necessary to install
tie-down brackets to the floor of your trailer or
truck.
NOTE: When transporting machine in an open truck or
trailer, secure recovery tank lid.
ATTENTION: Do not use control console area
or accessory storage rails for tie-down
locations, damage may occur.
FIG. 142
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